Soft Hugs for September

Cause we all need a hug once in a while.

S - a Scripture

This was my theme verse a few years ago. I set goals to take small steps in all areas of my life. I find the verse encouraging because even when we are taking small steps, God is pleased to see that we are trying.

We have several setbacks in publishing the Soft Hugs book be we see that God is working it all for good.

O - OVATIONS

Mandy always has shown great reliance on God and has endured much with a strong sense of character, commitment, and faith. – Laurel L. Matson – Wisconsin District Superintendent – Emeritus, Church of the Nazarene - This was one of the men over our pastoral & children’s ministries

F - UNNY

Laughter is good medicine.

T - TRAVEL VICARIOUSLY

For those of us who are chronically ill, traveling can be a challenge. I like to travel vicariously through the Internet. I’m not even sure how I started getting these e-mails, but every day I receive a Daily Passport.

Check out your daily passport. This one is “views from the highest sea cliffs in the world!”

H - I love this song by J.J. Heller, whom I have just discovered.

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U - Updates

Due to events beyond our control, the Soft Hugs for Mommy release has been postponed to next spring. :( Please keep this in your prayers as we take smaller steps toward publishing.

In the meantime, I will send these monthly hugs out to you. I will change gears and go back to working on my devotional, From Dissonance to Harmony, Encouragement for the Chronically Ill.

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G - Good Reads

My friend and fellow blogger wrote these 10 acts of kindness this week. Little things mean so much. Make it a habit in your life. Not only will it brighten the lives of others, it will brighten your day.

S - Share a Hug

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